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LEO 42

1974 Morgan Plus 8

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 1974 Morgan Plus 846,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morgan
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEO 42
MakeMorgan
ModelPlus 8
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2024 1 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 1 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 1 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 146 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 1 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 1 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 1 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 1 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 1 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008
Pass 7 Mar 2006 53,630 miles

modifications throughout vehicle for track racing

surface corrosion to chassis

How Reliable is the Morgan Plus 8?

Based on 22,733 MOT tests across 1,592 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
618
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
1,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 184
Stop lamp not working 170
position lamp(s) not working 158
fog lamp not working 144
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 131
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LEO 42 is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Morgan Plus 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 46,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morgan Plus 8 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LEO 42, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morgan Plus 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 52 years old, this Morgan Plus 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LEO 42?

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What year was LEO 42 registered?

LEO 42 is a 1974 Morgan Plus 8, first registered on 17 June 1974.

Is LEO 42 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEO 42 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEO 42 have outstanding finance?

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